Deputy Title IX Coordinator - Internal Only

Virginia Commonwealth University • Richmond, VA

2d • $91,500 • Hybrid

About The Position

Equity and Access Services (EAS) advances VCU’s commitment
to the success and wellbeing of faculty, staff, students, patients and
surrounding communities. From its work in the areas of civil rights, access,
and equal opportunity and outreach support, EAS translates civil rights policies
into practice, and delivers impactful and data-informed strategies, promoting
equal opportunity and access for all.

The Deputy Title IX Coordinator supports the Title IX Coordinator in the overall
administration of the institution’s Title IX and Sex-Based Misconduct and
support for pregnant and lactating student compliance efforts, including
ensuring equal access to educational programs and activities, addressing
incidents of sexual harassment, sexual assault, gender-based discrimination, and
other forms of sex-based misconduct. The Deputy Coordinator/Assistant Director
is responsible for working with the Title IX Coordinator to provide strategic
leadership and shape institutional policy. This position involves a combination
of intake and supportive response responsibilities, case management, policy
development, and training efforts. The Deputy Title IX Coordinator will serve as
a key resource for students, faculty, and staff, ensuring adherence to federal,
state, and institutional policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree or higher preferred in a relevant field such as Higher Education, Law, Social Work, Psychology, or Public Administration.
• At least 3-5 years of experience working with Title IX compliance, sexual harassment, sex-based violence, or related areas, preferably in a higher education setting.
• Strong knowledge of Title IX, the Clery Act, VAWA, and other federal and state regulations related to campus sexual misconduct and gender equity.
• Experience with case management, conflict resolution, and the intake process in sensitive and high-stakes environments.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to provide empathetic support to individuals in distress and communicate complex policies and procedures effectively.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and maintain privacy.
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in policy development, training, or educational programming related to sexual misconduct or sex-based violence.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed practices and restorative justice approaches.
• Certification or training in Title IX compliance or other relevant legal areas (e.g., NASPA, ATIXA, NCHERM).

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Strategy:
• Intake and Supportive Response:
• Case Management:
• Policy Creation, Development, and Implementation:
• Training and Education:
• Collaboration and Campus Climate:
• Informal Resolution:
• Other Duties as Assigned:

Benefits

• All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits [https://hr.vcu.edu/benefits/] package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level